Spine Specialists

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As premier hip and knee replacement surgeons in Charleston, SC, Dr. Zimlich and Dr. Stem alleviate patient pain and discomfort using innovative techniques and technologies. Concentrating exclusively on knee and hip replacement, the Lowcountry Orthopaedics Hip and Knee Specialists operate at the Lowcountry Orthopaedics Surgery Center and area hospitals per patient preference.

Top rated for eight years in a row as Charleston’s Choice for best orthopedic surgeons, countless of satisfied patients walk away with a pain free, natural feeling knee or hip. From custom total knee arthroplasty using 3D printing to the area’s first and only outpatient surgery center based robotic knee replacement program, patients trust Lowcountry Orthopaedics Hip and Knee Specialists.

Signature services include:

  • Custom total knee arthroplasty using 3D printing
  • Same day robotic knee replacement program
  • Personalized joint replacement experience
  • Dedicated team of nurses, physician assistants, and physical therapists
  • Proven outcomes for quick recovery and pain-free lives

Same day appointments are available at one of our convenient North Charleston, Summerville, or Daniel Island locations.

At Lowcountry Orthopaedics, our spine specialists are here to help you reclaim a pain-free life through personalized, comprehensive care. Our award winning spine surgeons, Don Stovall, MD, and Christopher Battista, MD, are dedicated to diagnosing and treating the root causes of your back pain. With a focus on minimally invasive techniques and advanced technologies, we ensure that you receive the best possible care tailored to your specific needs.

When you choose Lowcountry Orthopaedics, you’re choosing a team that listens, evaluates, and provides a customized treatment plan. Here’s what you can expect:

Comprehensive Evaluation
Your first visit begins with an in-depth evaluation and diagnostic tests to identify both common and complex spine issues.

Personalized Treatment Plan:

Based on your diagnosis, we create a tailored plan that may include:

  • Therapy
  • Pain management
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Traditional surgery
  • Advanced treatments like GPS robotic spine surgery and 3D spine implantation

We prioritize minimally invasive procedures to reduce recovery time and enhance your quality of life. Schedule your consultation with Lowcountry Orthopaedics and discover how our spine specialists can help you regain your mobility and improve your well-being.

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Lowcountry Orthopaedics’ Spine Team

Christopher Battista, MD

Christopher Battista, MD

Spine Surgeon

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Don Stovall, Jr, MD

Don Stovall, Jr, MD

Spine Surgeon

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Sabino D’Agostino, DO

Sabino D’Agostino, DO

Spine Surgeon

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Kylie Smith, MSN-FNP

Kylie Smith, MSN-FNP

Nurse Practitioner

Carey Lennon, PA-C

Carey Lennon, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Amanda Crowley, NP

Amanda Crowley, NP

Nurse Practitioner

SPINE REPLACEMENT SURGERY

Robot-Assisted Spine Surgery

The ExcelsiusGPS™ robot-assisted spine surgery revolutionizes minimally invasive surgical platforms available to our patients. If you are experiencing chronic back pain that is unresponsive to non-surgical treatment, you may be a candidate for minimally invasive spine surgery in conjunction with the ExcelsiusGPS™ spinal surgery system.

Spine Conditions

Cervical Herniated Disc
A rupture or protrusion of the cushioning between the vertebral bones in the neck.
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Cervical Spondylosis
A degenerative condition in the neck. It involves wear and tear on the discs and joints of the neck.
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Degenerative Disc Disease
A condition in which the disc loses support and stability. Also called lumbar spondylosis or arthritis.
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Lumbar Herniated Disc
A rupture or protrusion of the cushioning between the vertebral bones in the lower back.
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Scoliosis
A sideways curvature of the spine that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty.
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Spinal Stenosis
A narrowing of the spinal canal. It usually occurs in the lumbar spine (lower back).
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Robot-Assisted Spine Surgery

Robot-assisted spine surgery at Lowcountry Orthopaedics empowers our spine surgeons to accurately and safely use a less invasive technique than the previously required open approach.

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3D Spine Implant

As the first surgeon in the state to complete this procedure, Dr. Battista used a personalized implant to replace a diseased disc that was causing the patient debilitating pain.

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Spine Videos

Hip & Knee Specialists

Fast forward to feeling better with Lowcountry Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine’s board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons that specialize in joint reconstruction and hip and knee surgery.

Same Day Appointments

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Same-Day Joint Replacement

The benefits of same-day total hip or knee replacement surgery include fast recovery, lower risk of infection, no risk of hospital-acquired illness, cost reduction, and increased patient satisfaction. Patients interested in same-day joint surgery should schedule an evaluation with Dr. Zimlich to review their medical profile for candidacy.

Joint Replacement Surgery
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